Jennie Joiner with The Forum Group PNW is working with our growing Eugene-based nonprofit client to fill an HR Manager non-union position that is undergoing an exciting period of organizational growth and cultural evolution. With a small, dedicated team primarily working remotely across Oregon, our client is building strong internal systems, strengthening collaboration, and preparing for their first collective bargaining agreement. This is a newly created position and an opportunity to build HR infrastructure from the ground up while helping shape a collaborative, equitable, and trust-centered workplace culture.

Position Overview

The HR Manager is a key leadership partner responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing HR systems, policies, and practices that support a legally compliant, equitable, and values-driven workplace.

This role will play an important part in supporting the organization during and after union negotiations. While union experience is not required, a willingness and openness to work in a unionized environment is essential.

This position is not part of the bargaining unit.

Key Responsibilities

HR Systems & Compliance

• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and internal systems
• Update employee handbook (including alignment with collective bargaining agreement once finalized)
• Implement and manage HRIS/database systems (no system currently in place)
• Oversee personnel files, benefits administration, and compliance documentation
• Partner with bookkeeper on payroll review and HR-related changes
• Manage workers’ compensation, OSHA compliance, and safety procedures
• Conduct and document internal HR investigations as needed

Employee & Labor Relations

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leadership on workplace matters
• Support labor-management communication and participate in bargaining sessions as appropriate
• Assist with grievance processes and CBA implementation once finalized
• Help build structured systems that align with union requirements

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts
• Develop equitable hiring practices and recruitment pipelines
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes

Performance Management & Staff Development

• Oversee performance evaluation processes
• Coach supervisors on feedback, conflict resolution, and employee development
• Support training initiatives and staff wellbeing efforts
• Help co-create systems that reinforce collaboration and accountability

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Willing and open to working in a union environment (union experience not required)
• Pro-union mindset and comfortable supporting collective bargaining implementation
• Resourceful and solutions-oriented
• Personable and approachable; someone staff feel comfortable bringing concerns to
• Excited to help build systems, processes, and culture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 3–5 years of professional HR experience, or
• 7–10 years of professional HR experience
• Experience in employee relations, benefits administration, investigations, recruitment, onboarding, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of federal and Oregon employment law
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and integrity

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid preferred (2–3 days/week in Eugene office); fully remote considered within Oregon
• If remote outside Eugene, occasional in-office presence required
• Annual leadership retreat participation expected

If interested in this opportunity, contact Jennie Joiner at The Forum Group PNW or apply on line today!